duk6 zi1獨資独资
Jyutpingduk6 zi1
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Definition
Sole proprietorship; a business owned, funded, and controlled by a single individual.
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How it's used
Sole proprietorships are common in Hong Kong for small businesses like local shops or freelance services. Unlike partnerships or limited companies, the owner holds full responsibility for all debts and legal liabilities. It is a formal business term often used in legal or financial contexts rather than casual conversation.
Examples
He wants to open a sole proprietorship so he doesn't have to pool money with others.
Are you planning to run this shop as a sole proprietorship?
Related words
Common phrases
sole proprietorship enterprise
sole proprietorship operation
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 獨自, which simply means doing something alone. 獨資 specifically refers to the financial and legal structure of a business where one person provides all the capital.
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Grammar guides
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